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Top 9 Soup Restaurants in Louisville. KY

Where to Find the Best Soup in Louisville This Winter

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We are officially knee-deep into soup season! And what better way to spend your lunch break in the cold of winter than going to get some nice, warm soup in Louisville, with so many culinary options and kinds available? We’ve done some research, dived deep into the reviews and ratings, and explored menus to bring you our list of the top 8 restaurants to consider when you’re craving a cup of soup in Louisville, whether that be chili, cheddar and broccoli, pho, pozole – they’ve got it all!

Lotsa Pasta

An Italian pasta shop? On a soup list?

It might seem unlikely, but this Pasta Shop has grown to be specialists of many things, and their offered soup menu is one of the most extensive of all, with 3 hot soups available at the deli every day with at least one vegetarian option. And, since all their soups are so sought after, they have additional frozen soups for purchase so that you can just heat it up and have quality soup whenever you want!

Their available homemade frozen soups:

  • Beef Chili
  • Broccoli Cheddar
  • Buffalo Chicken
  • Chicken Noodle
  • Corn Chowder
  • Cream of Mushroom
  • Creamy Tomato Dill
  • Curry Lentil
  • Ham & Bean
  • Italian Wedding
  • Potato Leek
  • Tomato Artichoke
  • Tomato Basil Cheddar
  • Vegetarian Vegetable
  • White Chicken Chili

Crave Café

The Courier Journal quoted it as, “the best-kept secret on Frankfort Avenue,” and it has a rotating soup menu that is 50 soups deep. Wow, talk about extensive, right? Crave Café and Catering operates a very successful catering business, but still finds the time, love, and dedication to run their brick-and-mortar shop on Frankfort Ave, where people from all over come to get one of 3 homemade soups that are served everyday. If you’re really looking for some good soup in Louisville, of their 50 soups, the owner Shannon Foster says that their most popular are:

  • Spicy Cheeseburger
  • Tomato Gouda
  • Chicken Tortellini
  • Cheesy Cauliflower

Morris’ Deli

Operating in Louisville since 1987, Morris’ Deli has grown from a simple grocery and package shop to a full roster of food services that include sandwiches, BBQ, soups, sides, and refreshments of all kind (they’re a liquor store, as well). Along with this, though, they’ve been able to add a full service, turnkey catering and bar service. Their soup menu includes:

  • Chili
  • Vegetable Beef
  • White Bean
  • Chicken Noodle
  • Broccoli and Cheese
  • Tomato Basil

Soupy’s 

With a name like “Soupy’s,” how can you go wrong? Finding soup in Louisville has never been easier or more convenient for you, as their restaurant is a drive-thru and their menu includes plenty of warm options, along with several sandwich, side, and salad choices. They’ve been perfecting their recipes since 1995, though, so make sure you check out their:

  • Veggie Vegetable 
  • Vegetable Beef 
  • Cheesy Potato 
  • Chili Bean and Ham 
  • Chicken ‘N’ Dumplings
  • Cheesey Broccoli  
  • Chicken Noodle
  • And More

Vietnam Kitchen 

It’s a local favorite around here for soup! Vietnam Kitchen offers much more than soup, but we’re pretty enamored with their soup selection. There’s an entire page dedicated to soup, and that’s what we like to see! Check out their menu for the full spread, but they’ve got:

  • Wonton Soup
  • Hot and Sour Soup
  • Egg Drop Soup
  • Vermicelli Noodle Soups
  • Rice Noodle Soups
  • Egg Noodle Soups
  • Tofu Stew Rice Noodle Soup
  • Veggie Spicy Hue Style Vermicelli Noodle Soup
  • Spicy and Sour Soup with Tofu

Luna’s Mexican Rotisserie 

Let’s talk new! Luna’s Mexican Rotisserie just opened in June 2022 to bring the taste of Puebla, Mexico and the Coast of Veracruz to Louisville, so that you can experience soup in Louisville as you likely never have before. Their selection of all food is incredible, but their stews in particular have drawn a lot of praise from the public. Their stews include:

  • Pozole
  • Menudo
  • Shrimp Stew
  • Beef Stew

Starving Artist Cafe & Deli 

In a trail of mystery, there is great soup at the Starving Artist. Without an official website, patrons wait on their tiptoes for this Louisville gem to post the daily menu on their Facebook page, with different soups every day. They serve:

  • Thai Chicken and Noodle
  • Beans and Greens
  • Creamy Tomato
  • Chili
  • Cabbage and Potato
  • Corn and Jalapeno
  • Tomato Dill
  • Sausage, Black Bean, and Rice
  • Mushroom
  • Vegetable
  • And More

Tea Station Asian Bistro

Although it’s known for it’s sushi menu, the Tea Station Asian Bistro hits all the traditional favorites when it comes to soup, as well. If you’re looking for traditional, authentic, Asian soup in Louisville, then you should definitely check out their Norton Commons location! Their soups:

  • Chicken and Corn Soup
  • Egg Drop Soup
  • Hot and Sour Soup
  • Miso Soup
  • Phoenix Soup
  • Sizzling Rice Soup
  • Wonton Soup

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10 New Restaurants to Try in Louisville

10 New Restaurants to Try in Louisville, Summer 2022

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Louisville is home to countless great restaurants. From quirky brunch spots to classic down-home diners, we truly have it all! Below, we’ve put together a list of 10 new restaurants to try in Louisville that we’re sure you’ll enjoy.

Tha Drippin Crab

Tha Drippin Crab is a gourmet seafood spot in Louisville’s Russell neighborhood. Offering seafood favorites as well as a wide variety of signature cocktails, Tha Drippin Crab could be the perfect spot for your next night out. 

Big Bad Breakfast 

For a breakfast spot you’re sure to enjoy, check out Big Bad Breakfast at either of their two Louisville locations! Offerings include avocado toast, breakfast crumble, Creole omelets, pancakes, and french toast.

Taco City

If Tacos are more your speed, then be sure to visit Taco City at their new Hikes Point Location. This is Taco City’s third Louisville location.

Honeydew 

Honeydew is a small smoothie shop and cafe on Breckenridge Lane. The shop offers delicious fresh-pressed juices, smoothies, and other sweet treats!

Old Louisville Coffee Co-op

The Old Louisville Coffee Co-op is a worker owned cafe located, as you may have guessed, in Old Louisville. The co-op is focused on creating an inclusive and community-centered space that is open as close to 24/7 as possible. Currently the shop is open from 8am to 11pm Tuesday-Thursday, and from 8am Friday all the way through the weekend until Sunday at 11pm. Currently, the shop is closed on Mondays. 

Goodfellas Pizzeria

For a slice of delicious New York style pizza, you’ve got to try out Goodfellas on Baxter Avenue. Starting in Lexington, Goodfellas quickly expanded, opening multiple locations in Kentucky. After some difficulties finding a location, the pizza joint opened their Louisville location early this year. 

Oldham Brewing Company

If you’re looking for a unique experience and are willing to make the drive slightly outside of Louisville, then Oldham Brewing Company may be the spot for you. The microbrewery and restaurant is located on GlenOaks Country Club and is open to club members as well as the public. 

Redbud Dining Room 

Redbud dining room offers classic American cuisine in Louisville’s Germantown neighborhood. In addition to the great food, Redbud offers a stout drink menu and serves as a dance hall on weekends, making it a great choice for a night on the town.

Dasha Barbours Southern Bistro

Dasha Barbours is not technically a new restaurant. Rather, it recently relocated from its original location in Buechel to downtown Louisville. Dasha Barbors offers southern comfort with classic dishes like mac and cheese, pork chops, sweet potato casserole, fried catfish, and fried chicken.

Julee’s Mocha

Rounding out our list is Julee’s Mocha, a coffee spot in Louisville’s West End. Owned and operated by Louisville native Ausha Hiliman, the shop offers a variety of coffee and espresso drinks.

Grease Trap Cleaning in Louisville and Southern Indiana 

If you own a restaurant, cafe, or grocery store in or near Louisville, and are searching for grease trap cleaning services, look no further than Moon Grease Trap Cleaning. We have over 20 years of experience serving Louisville’s food industry. With our top-of-the-line PROVac machine, there’s no dragging big hoses or heavy equipment through your restaurant! To schedule your cleaning, call us at 502-776-2199 or contact us online.

Ghost Kitchens are a New Restaurant Model

What Are Ghost Kitchens? Inside The Revolutionary Food Industry Trend

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Ever heard of “ghost kitchens”? Also known as virtual kitchens, shadow kitchens, and cloud kitchens, this new restaurant model offers delivery-only and pickup-only food offerings. That means there’s nowhere to sit and no definable storefront. Customers must place orders online, call, use third party apps, or use drive-throughs to get their food. 

While similar “kitchen-only” food preparation and processing facilities have existed for decades, “ghost kitchens” are unique in that they are technically restaurants, just without seating. In doing so, they lower overhead and operational costs, free up parking, and are able to produce much more food at faster rates. 

Ghost kitchens have grown in recent years for several reasons. For one, the rise of food delivery apps such as Grubhub, Uber Eats, and DoorDash has opened up a huge market for food delivery. This trend has only continued to increase during the pandemic, as physical storefronts were forced to close down and people stayed at home to stay safe. Now, as we face unprecedented supply chain and food industry issues, costs of food production are higher than ever. Many restaurants and chefs have turned to ghost kitchens as a way to save money and stay in business. 

Inside Louisville’s Newest Ghost Kitchen

This March, Chicago’s Jerk Tacos opened up in West Louisville. Located on South 30th Street, this Caribbean-style restaurant offers jerk pizza, jerk tacos, and more, all with no physical seating. Customers must place an order online or by calling. 

According to owner and executive chef Aaron Williams, this business model helps cut overhead costs, allowing them to provide high quality food at lower prices. In coming months, we’ll likely see more and more restaurants turning to this business model or similar endeavors.

Grease Trap Cleaning in Louisville, Kentucky

Whether you run a traditional restaurant or a ghost kitchen, you’re gonna have grease! As a locally-owned full-service company with over 30 years of experience, Moon Grease Trap Cleaning offers restaurants and food-industry organizations a variety of services, including routine grease trap cleaning and grease interceptor cleaning. We are passionate about disposing of waste in an environmentally-friendly manner and maintain complete records to make sure your grease trap is one less thing you have to worry about.

Our team of experts can manage and schedule your restaurant grease trap service on a timely basis, ensuring that you meet all required regulations. Setting up a regular service schedule is recommended in order to avoid issues that can arise from clogged or congested pipelines leading to the main sewer line. 

Ready to get started? Visit our website for a free estimate, or give us a call at 502-776-2199. We look forward to working with you!